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Cloves: antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and possibly pain-relieving. Here’s what centuries of tradition – and modern science – say about them.
This concoction is being touted on social media – here’s what the evidence says.
Here’s what hormonal changes you might be experiencing as you approach menopause – and what blood tests can and can’t tell you.
Medicinal cannabis use has increased rapidly in Australia over recent years. But there’s limited evidence it helps the conditions it’s most commonly prescribed for.
Developmental delay might mean a toddler isn’t using sentences when expected, or not meeting milestones such as walking or feeding themself.
Long COVID isn’t just a bunch of lingering symptoms. A new study shows it can stop peoole doing what they want to do, and need to do.
Supplementing vitamin D in healthy people may boost immune response, but it can cause health problems.
Return-to-work tensions reflect deeper questions about how different people work best and what modern organisations actually need to succeed.
How do you know when it’s time to find a new GP? Here’s what to consider if you have that niggling feeling.
If last year is anything to go by, the flu season is dragging on. So, it’s still worth getting a flu shot if you haven’t had one already this year.
New research suggests many Australians may be using home blood pressure monitors with cuffs that don’t fit their arm properly. This can lead to inaccurate readings.
New mouthguard technology to detect possible concussion will make its debut at the Women’s Rugby World Cup. It could soon be more common at all levels of the game.
These arguments sound convincing but lead to false or misleading conclusions. Here’s how to spot them.
From your toothbrush to your bloodstream: how everyday plastics break down into fragments small enough to cross into your organs.
With children over-represented on the NDIS, it’s hoped this new program could divert pressure from the scheme. Here’s what we know about it so far.
To keep racehorses free from illness and injury, it’s best to start young.
Most antibiotic resistance research comes from high-income countries but the greatest threats are elsewhere. This inequality is shaping the future of global health.
A suicide attempt doesn’t always involve prior planning or thinking. But there are warnings signs.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy offers promise. But new research highlights concerns about safety and accessibility.
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